Is the AWE Touring Edition Exhaust for the GV/VA WRX and STI the same system as the one made for the VA WRX?

No. AWE built this system from scratch specifically for the EJ25-powered GV and VA WRX and STI platforms; it is not carried over or adapted from the FA20 VA WRX or any other application. The 180 Technology® resonator is tuned to the specific acoustic profile of the EJ25 engine, and the integrated front pipe and midpipe dimensions are developed around the GV and VA chassis routing. That platform-specific development is what allows AWE to guarantee the fitment and the drone-free result.

Does the AWE Touring Edition Exhaust require an adapter on the GV or VA WRX and STI when using the stock j-pipe or downpipe?

Yes. The AWE Touring Edition uses a 3" inlet, and the factory j-pipe and stock downpipe on the GV and VA WRX and STI exit at 2.5". A GrimmSpeed Stock DP to Aftermarket 3" Catback Adapter is needed to make that connection if you are on factory hardware. This is a detail to sort before installation day; multiple owners across retailer review sections flagged it as an unexpected add-on purchase. If you are already running a 3" aftermarket downpipe, the system connects directly without any adapter.

Does the AWE Touring Edition Exhaust fit the GV chassis WRX and STI hatchback?

No. AWE confirms GV chassis fitment for sedan models only. Fitment on GV chassis hatchbacks has not been verified and AWE does not extend its Perfect Fitment Guarantee to that body style. VA WRX and VA WRX STI sedan applications from 2015 through 2021 are fully confirmed. If you own a GV hatchback, contact AWE or an authorized dealer directly before ordering.

Can I step up from the Touring Edition to the Track Edition on the GV or VA WRX or STI without buying a new exhaust?

Yes. AWE's Conversion Kit handles the swap from Touring to Track Edition by replacing only the rear axle-back section; the integrated front pipe, midpipe resonator, and all hardware stay in place. If the Touring Edition's controlled, drone-free character eventually gives way to wanting something louder and more raw, the conversion kit is the clean path to the Track Edition without starting over. Keep in mind the Track Edition cannot be returned for noise-related reasons, so the Touring Edition is the right starting point if there is any uncertainty.

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AWE Tuning Touring Edition Exhaust w/ Diamond Black Tip for GV / VA Subaru Impreza WRX & WRX STI

Built from scratch for the EJ25, the AWE Tuning Touring Edition Exhaust with Diamond Black Tip is made specifically for the GV and VA Subaru Impreza WRX and WRX STI, not carried over from the VA WRX or any other platform. It runs a full 3″ straight-through design and uses AWE’s patented 180 Technology® to deliver the signature BOXER® rumble without cabin drone or rasp, cracking on shifts and staying clean through the entire RPM range. The 102mm slash-cut tip is double-walled to hold its finish under hard use and carries the engraved AWE logo. Every system is manufactured in-house at AWE’s Pennsylvania facility using US-sourced .065″-wall T304L stainless steel, works alongside all factory emissions equipment, and includes AWE’s Perfect Fitment Guarantee, No CEL Guarantee, and Lifetime Warranty. If the sound ever calls for something more aggressive, AWE’s Conversion Kit makes switching to the Track Edition straightforward, no new system required.

Touring Edition Exhaust

The Touring Edition Exhaust uses a 3” T304L stainless steel downpipe-back layout to deliver a straight-through flow with a deep, controlled exhaust note and no highway drone. It includes an integrated front pipe, a custom midpipe resonator, and AWE’s 180 Technology® to cancel unwanted frequencies, producing a full, rasp-free K20 tone that responds strongly under boost yet stays quiet and composed at cruising speeds. Installation maintains factory alignment and is supported by AWE’s No CEL and Perfect Fitment guarantees. Within the 180 Technology resonator, exhaust gases are routed through precisely positioned ports into reflection chambers where sound waves bounce and are timed to rejoin the main flow 180 degrees out of phase, eliminating low-frequency resonance while preserving unrestricted performance.

What is 180 Technology?

AWE’s 180 Technology® directs exhaust gases through a resonator with carefully placed ports leading into reflection chambers. The chambers are precisely tuned for each vehicle’s acoustics, allowing reflected waves to rejoin the main stream 180 degrees out of phase, canceling drone-inducing frequencies. Each resonator is engineered for the specific vehicle rather than using a generic design, ensuring consistent tone, refined sound quality, and the elimination of unwanted resonance across all 180 Technology® systems.

Features

Engineered, designed, and manufactured entirely in-house at AWE in the USA
Produces a rasp-free, aggressive BOXER® tone without cabin drone
Offers up to 11hp and 11lb-ft of torque at the wheels
Touring Edition includes AWE’s 180 Technology® drone-canceling system
Convertible between Touring and Track Editions with AWE conversion kits
Handcrafted from 3” CNC mandrel-bent, U.S.-sourced T304L stainless steel with .065” wall thickness
Direct bolt-on installation using factory mounting points
Straight-through, minimal-restriction design prioritizes flow and performance
102mm quad tips offered in diamond black
Guaranteed precise fitment
No Check Engine Light when installed
Covered by AWE lifetime warranty (one year on tip finishes)

Applications

Subaru Impreza WRX: GV | 2012-2014 | 2.5L Turbo H4 EJ25
Subaru WRX: VA | 2015-2021 | 2.0L Turbo H4 FA20
Subaru WRX STI: VA | 2015-2021 | 2.5L Turbo H4 EJ25

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AWE Exhausts for the GV WRX/STI are confirmed to fit only sedan models and have not been verified for GV chassis hatchbacks
AWE exhausts are not designed to mate with other aftermarket front pipes
Touring Edition exhausts do not interfere with any factory emissions equipment

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the AWE Touring Edition Exhaust for the GV/VA WRX and STI the same system as the one made for the VA WRX? No. AWE built this system from scratch specifically for the EJ25-powered GV and VA WRX and STI platforms; it is not carried over or adapted from the FA20 VA WRX or any other application. The 180 Technology® resonator is tuned to the specific acoustic profile of the EJ25 engine, and the integrated front pipe and midpipe dimensions are developed around the GV and VA chassis routing. That platform-specific development is what allows AWE to guarantee the fitment and the drone-free result.
Does the AWE Touring Edition Exhaust require an adapter on the GV or VA WRX and STI when using the stock j-pipe or downpipe? Yes. The AWE Touring Edition uses a 3″ inlet, and the factory j-pipe and stock downpipe on the GV and VA WRX and STI exit at 2.5″. A GrimmSpeed Stock DP to Aftermarket 3″ Catback Adapter is needed to make that connection if you are on factory hardware. This is a detail to sort before installation day; multiple owners across retailer review sections flagged it as an unexpected add-on purchase. If you are already running a 3″ aftermarket downpipe, the system connects directly without any adapter.
Does the AWE Touring Edition Exhaust fit the GV chassis WRX and STI hatchback? No. AWE confirms GV chassis fitment for sedan models only. Fitment on GV chassis hatchbacks has not been verified and AWE does not extend its Perfect Fitment Guarantee to that body style. VA WRX and VA WRX STI sedan applications from 2015 through 2021 are fully confirmed. If you own a GV hatchback, contact AWE or an authorized dealer directly before ordering.
Can I step up from the Touring Edition to the Track Edition on the GV or VA WRX or STI without buying a new exhaust? Yes. AWE’s Conversion Kit handles the swap from Touring to Track Edition by replacing only the rear axle-back section; the integrated front pipe, midpipe resonator, and all hardware stay in place. If the Touring Edition’s controlled, drone-free character eventually gives way to wanting something louder and more raw, the conversion kit is the clean path to the Track Edition without starting over. Keep in mind the Track Edition cannot be returned for noise-related reasons, so the Touring Edition is the right starting point if there is any uncertainty.

About AWE Tuning

AWE is driven by a singular goal: Unleashing Performance. Renowned for their handcrafted, award-winning performance exhausts, along with rigorously tested carbon fiber intakes and high-efficiency intercoolers, AWE is at the forefront of innovation, design, production, retail, and global distribution of their perf.ormance products. These products are available through a select network of dealers, online, and directly from their advanced facility located near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Established in 1991, AWE’s team of experts, comprising researchers, engineers, innovators, and seasoned drivers, has been dedicated to developing and introducing top-tier performance enhancements for some of the world’s most prestigious vehicles

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